Employment and Training Counsellor

NETES; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Employment Counsellor to support clients in their career journey. This role involves conducting assessments, providing job search assistance, and developing tailored employment plans. You will leverage your strong organizational skills and client orientation to help individuals achieve their career goals. If you are passionate about making a difference in the community and have experience in employment counselling, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values diversity and community engagement while making a significant impact in the lives of clients.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Social Sciences or equivalent experience.
• Minimum two years of experience in employment/career counselling.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments of clients to determine employment needs.
• Provide job search assistance and develop training plans.

Skills

Employment/Career Counselling

Client Orientation

Organizational Skills

Presentation Skills

Knowledge of Indigenous Cultures

Education

Post-secondary Education in Social Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft PowerPoint

Case/Client Management Systems

Job description

POSTING # 25-02-002Job Duties/Competencies:

• Conduct assessments of clients to determine employment needs and eligibility for MET programs and services;
• Assess client needs through an interview process, gather information and determine eligibility, determine client training/employment readiness, career/education goals;
• Provide clients with job search assistance, information on programs, services and community resources, referrals to counselling or community services, and labour market information;
• Develop appropriate employment and training plans with clients and match the identified employment needs with appropriate MET programs or services;
• Provide ongoing counselling support to clients during employment and training activities;
• Prepare and monitor cash flows and other financial documentation for client files;
• Research and access labour market information and job postings utilizing the Internet, local newspapers and other professional publications;
• Establish and maintain a network of contacts with community resource programs, school divisions, training institutions, and other government programs and services.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education and experience in the Social Sciences field or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience;
• Minimum of two years of experience in employment/career counselling;
• Experience facilitating presentations and workshops to client groups;
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point, and computerized case/client management data systems;
• Experience establishing and maintaining solid working relationships with a diverse array of partners, clients, and co-workers;
• Strong client orientation and quality assurance skills, organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure and adapt to conflicting and tight deadlines;
• Experience working with Indigenous non-profit organizations, volunteer boards & committees is preferred;
• Knowledge of Red River Métis culture and MMF programs and services is a definite asset; and,
• Ability to travel, valid Manitoba Driver’s license with access to a reliable vehicle.

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